Sodium Hyaluronate

Yes, some patients may experience blurring of vision, but it is temporary and passes away quickly. It is recommended that after instilling the eye drops, blink your eyes several times to spread it over the eye surface.

Sodium Hyaluronate is a naturally occurring substance in the body and is also present in the eye. Sodium Hyaluronate eye drops are basically artificial tears which are required when there is a deficiency of hyaluronic acid in the eyes.

Sodium Hyaluronate is used for the treatment of dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca). In addition to treating dryness, it is also helpful in protecting eyes. It is also used to treat dryness of cornea caused by trauma to it or when the eyes cannot be closed due to nerve paralysis.

You should use Sodium Hyaluronate exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not touch the tip of the container and avoid it coming in contact with eye or eyelid. After opening the eyelid, instil 1-2 drops in the eye with someone’s help. To prevent washout, try to avoid using any eye drop/eye ointment for 15 minutes at least.

Yes, Sodium Hyaluronate can be used with contact lenses. However, your doctor will tell you whether you can use eye drops while wearing the contact lenses or you need to take out contact lenses and then instil the drops.

It is recommended to use Sodium Hyaluronate 4 times a day or you can use it more than 4 times if your doctor has advised you, based on your eye condition.

Continue using Sodium Hyaluronate as long as your doctor has recommended. The time duration will depend on your eye condition. It can be used for an extended period of time, if required.